Highly valued as one of the most intelligent birds in the world, kea are an endangered species native to the Southern Alps of New Zealand. Kea are under threat from several factors, but important work is being done in Selwyn to protect this unique parrot.
“A balloon flight with us isn’t just a flight in a balloon, it’s a whole experience. Where else in the world can you see dairy farms, sheep farms, cropping farms, deer farms all in one flight.”
On Saturday 8 May 2021, the sun will set at approximately 5.23pm. It will start getting dark everywhere - except for Hororata Domain, where over ten hot air balloons will light up the sky.
Like all good things in life, it all started with a dream many years ago. Learn more about how one of Selwyn's hidden gems, Memory's Restaurant, came to be.
A good milkshake can take you back to your childhood with one slurp. But not only does Selwyn have delicious dairy drinks, a lot of places are offering vegan shakes with milk alternatives too.
A good, fluffy scone topped with melting butter really hits the spot. Whether it is packed with dates, topped with tasty cheese or an exciting new flavour, nothing goes better with a coffee than a freshly-baked scone.